Apple Green

HEX: #8DB600 | Modern Palette

On White
2.38:1
FAIL
On Black
8.82:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#8DB600
RGB
141, 182, 0
HSL
73°, 100% ,71%
CMYK
22.53, 0, 100, 28.63

About Apple Green

Apple Green (#8DB600) is a color with RGB(141, 182, 0) and HSL(73.52°, 100%, 71.37%). It is commonly associated with Bold, Playful moods. In design, it fits Neon, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #2900B6, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #008DB6 and #B6008D. The name comes from Apple Green (English).

  • HEX: #8DB600
  • RGB: 141, 182, 0
  • HSL: 73.52°, 100%, 71.37%
  • Mood: Bold, Playful
  • Style: Neon, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #2900B6
  • Triadic colors: #008DB6, #B6008D
  • The name comes from Apple Green (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #8DB600 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Bold Playful
Style
Neon Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #ABAB0E
Protanopia #B2B200
Tritanopia #9BABAB
Achromatopsia #A8A8A8

Frequently Asked Questions

Apple Green (#8DB600) is a color with RGB(141, 182, 0) and HSL(73.52°, 100%, 71.37%).

#8DB600 pairs strongly with #2900B6 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#8DB600 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Neon, Warm styles.

#8DB600 is commonly associated with Bold, Playful.

The name Apple Green is linked to Apple Green from English, meaning A color resembling the skin of a green apple..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Apple Green
Meaning A color resembling the skin of a green apple.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 17th Century

History

The term 'apple green' has been used to describe a specific shade of green since at least the late 17th century. It gained popularity in fashion and interior design, particularly during the Rococo and Neoclassical periods, where naturalistic colors were favored. It has consistently been a recognized color name, often associated with freshness, nature, and vitality. Its precise shade can vary slightly depending on the context and era, but it generally refers to a light, yellowish-green.

First Recorded Use

1670s

Cultural Associations

Apple green is widely associated with nature, spring, and new growth. In many Western cultures, green is linked to luck, fertility, and environmentalism. The 'apple' descriptor specifically evokes the crispness and freshness of the fruit, making it a popular choice for products aiming to convey health, naturalness, or a vibrant aesthetic. It is often seen in children's products, garden decor, and spring fashion collections.

Similar Named Colors
Limerick #9DC209 ΔE 3.66
Android Green #A4C639 ΔE 5.11
Yellow Green #9ACD32 ΔE 6.19
Acid Green #B0BF1A ΔE 6.41

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #8DB600;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #8DB600;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #8DB600;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #8DB600,
        #8E6DFF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #8DB600,
        #8E6DFF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$apple-green: #8DB600;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$apple-green-r: 141;
$apple-green-g: 182;
$apple-green-b: 0;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $apple-green;
    color: rgba($apple-green-r, $apple-green-g, $apple-green-b, 0.8);
}